Discover the best housing options, read reviews from those who've already done this exchange, and connect with peers from universities worldwide!
Discover the best housing options, read reviews from those who've already done this exchange, and connect with peers from universities worldwide!
Louis
From: ieseg
To: almaty school of management
2025 • Fall
c’est très simple, prenez vos cours en début de semaine, lundi à mercredi comme ça fin de semaine sans cours..
What kind of place was it?
Classic Apartment
How much was the rent per month?
350
Where was it located?
center of almaty
How can someone find this place?
aigul, chef du service en lien avec les étudiants internationaux à almaty
Would you recommend it?
pas cher, emplacement parfait pour sortir
What are some top bars, clubs, or events you recommend?
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Which classes do you recommend… or not?
c’est très simple, prenez vos cours en début de semaine, lundi à mercredi comme ça fin de semaine sans cours
Do you have some tips?
on passe très peu de temps dans le campus, utilisez les taxis très peu cher, découvrir la ville un maximum
Best trips to do?
phuket, et inde ( agra, new delhi)
What do you absolutely need to know to live your best life in Almaty?
taxi
Alban
From: EMLV
To: AlmaU
2024 • Fall
Yeah but you can find less expensive, the only thing is that is difficult to find. Other than the pretty pricey flat it’s decent and the location is very good.…..
What kind of place was it?
Coliving / Shared House
How much was the rent per month?
515€
Where was it located?
In the center, near the opera
How can someone find this place?
+7 707 179 3116
Would you recommend it?
Yeah but you can find less expensive, the only thing is that is difficult to find. Other than the pretty pricey flat it’s decent and the location is very good. They have also multiple flats
What are some top bars, clubs, or events you recommend?
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Which classes do you recommend… or not?
Good overall. Some good teachers (Kamran, M Abdykassimov,…)
Do you have some tips?
Canteen is good and cheap, campus has a pleasant size and accommodations. Decent university if you are in Almaty
Best trips to do?
Trips are very good. You can go to many hikes around the city, go to the Charyn Canyon near Almaty or go visit other countries like Uzbekistan for very affordable prices
What do you absolutely need to know to live your best life in Almaty?
Hotter in summer than France and colder in winter. Transport are cheap, specially taxis. Food is pretty cheap. Meat is good, cheese is bad. Lot of nature stuff to do. Go ride some horses.
Scary or boring for some at first but you can do many many things (for a cheap amount) and many of those aren’t possible in France.
Ferdinand
From: IESEG
To: KIMEP
2024 • Fall
You can walk or take taxis everywhere - Cost of living is cheap - Very safe (cameras everywhere) - Weather is cold - Kazakh food is not great, but you can find…..
What kind of place was it?
Classic Apartment
How much was the rent per month?
Around 500€
Where was it located?
Samal district, safe neighborhood, 10 minutes by car from the university
How can someone find this place?
Through Aigul (WhatsApp: +7 702 553 9789)
Would you recommend it?
Yes, best option for living in Almaty. Shared apartment with 2 other students.
What are some top bars, clubs, or events you recommend?
Ask the CEO (local student network) for info on nightlife and events
Which classes do you recommend… or not?
Depends on what you want: If you want to travel a lot, pick easy courses If you want to study seriously, choose classes linked to your IESEG curriculum
Do you have some tips?
Campus is nice with a good atmosphere. Registration process is a bit strange but the school sends a PDF guide that helps. Courses are simple with not too much work. Check with the CEO regarding attendance rules.
Best trips to do?
Day trips: Almaty lakes and canyons Bigger trips: China, Thailand, Vietnam, India and many more Be ready to spend money on traveling
What do you absolutely need to know to live your best life in Almaty?
You can walk or take taxis everywhere - Cost of living is cheap - Very safe (cameras everywhere) - Weather is cold - Kazakh food is not great, but you can find good Georgian restaurants, American fast food, and European options
Even if Kazakhstan sounds intimidating, you will not be alone and you will have a great time.
Guilhem
From: Ieseg
To: KIMEP
2024 • Fall
You have a place to eat and a things like a Starbucks coffee. People are great. If you want time to visit and travel, put all your courses on 2 days. And you…..
What kind of place was it?
Classic Apartment
How much was the rent per month?
550
Where was it located?
Dostyck avenue, 5 minutes en trottinette électrique et 15 minutes à pied de KIMEP University
How can someone find this place?
+7 702 553 9789
Would you recommend it?
It was a great place, with a balcony with view. 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and kitchen open on the living room. Just a little bit expensive.
What are some top bars, clubs, or events you recommend?
Blablabar, Noodles restaurant, Navat restaurant, Tooman Neo Lounge bar, Furmanov avenue (Kumano bar and other), Barland, Mangal doner (kebab), Dostyk plaza (commercial centre)
Which classes do you recommend… or not?
Communications marketing, digital marketing, vidéo documentary, principles of marketing and English was great. Brand management, a little bit annoying
Do you have some tips?
You have a place to eat and a things like a Starbucks coffee. People are great. If you want time to visit and travel, put all your courses on 2 days. And you can miss 20% of each courses to travel or other. Campus cool and registration a little bit difficult but don’t worry. KIMEP is much better than AlmaUniveraity because it’s a better school and you’re on the centre of Almaty.
Best trips to do?
In Almaty for 3 days (lake, dune, canyon,…) = 270€ Kirghizistan in bus from Almaty = 30 € go and back Thaïlande for 2 weeks = 1500€ India for 10 days = 800€
What do you absolutely need to know to live your best life in Almaty?
You need to download Yandexgo, it’s the same thing than Uber. Use cab because it’s cheaper, if have less than 21 years old you’re a minor. Go speak with Kazakhstany people, they are nice. The city is secure but like everywhere don’t go outside during the night alone.
You have the mountains at 40 minutes from Almaty in cab, you can skiing and hiking. Take a copy of your passport if you lose it. Enjoy your exchange semester ;)
